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"despite it being a weekend" could be a misconception. On weekends, although there may be less cars, most drivers on roads are likely driving on roads they don't drive on regularly, and thus are less familiar to. More cars on weekdays during busy hours may not be less safe as the traffic will be slow (thus collision likely not severe).

Ha-ha, the other factors are important of course but it's silly to rule out visibility - so, no, I'd say visibility is a critical first fix for us. Also, a single front and rear light is required by law, a point I failed to make. Will update. And yes, should highlight the other points in later posts.

You need:- good balance to take the photo (people who grew up cycling), - steady hands and/or a good camera to get a clear shot,- always check there is no traffic behind you for safety (a rear-view mirror is important; weekday early mornings on this road is possible).

Sometimes I simply stop on the crest of a hill having crept up close; camera zoom helps if the cyclist is fast.

A friend has a camera mounted on his front handlebar, I hope to get that - safer and can record an entire trip!